With over 20 years’ experience in life sciences and biopharma, Chad Gerald is a proven leader with a comprehensive engineering, maintenance and reliability background. As a Maintenance and Reliability Lead, he is accountable for manufacturing and laboratory equipment performance for multiple cGMP manufacturing and warehousing sites. Throughout his career, he’s held a passion for mentoring and building high performing teams that consistently deliver business results through innovative, cost-effective solutions.

JD Fier is a dedicated facilities maintenance professional, known for improving efficiency and equipment reliability. With a solid background in managing complex projects, JD has effectively enhanced processes and infrastructure in pharmaceutical settin

With over 17 years of experience in maintenance and technical services, Hermann is a dedicated professional specializing in maintenance planning, reliability engineering, and spare parts management. As a Maintenance Coordinator at Takeda, he ensures seamless maintenance operations, optimizing programs to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.

Throughout his career, Hermann has gained extensive expertise in computerized system validation, instrumentation, and qualification processes. His hands-on background in mechatronics and maintenance engineering has allowed him to take on increasing responsibilities, from technical service coordination to leadership roles. Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement, Hermann is committed to driving operational excellence in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Takeda is a world-leading, value-driven, research-based biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan. Takeda's mission is to develop, manufacture and supply life-enhancing and life-sustaining medicines for the treatment of rare and complex diseases. Takeda seeks to improve people's lives by bringing to market new and better medicines that help to address the nation's most pressing healthcare needs. Their focus is on the areas of oncology, gastroenterology and diabetes.